When you think of Granada you may not immediately think about Skiing or Snowboarding. In Sierra Nevada Spain, the highest point on the Iberian Peninsula, the ski resort is a great option to enjoy winter sports, close to the city of Granada. Sierra Nevada Ski Resort …
Granada Wine Region in Southern Spain Did you know the Granada province produces 5 million bottles of wine per year? You may surprised to learn that Granada has been an important wine region over the centuries. In the year 1505 Granada had 220 hectares of grapevines. …
Granada Christmas festivities begin around the last weekend of November and end on the 6th of January. According to Spanish tradition, the big celebration is actually Epiphany. The three kings bring gifts on January the 6th. So the Spanish Navidad has plenty to offer with a whole …
The magical city of Granada has a curious name. The word in Spanish means Pomegranate, exactly the same as the red fruit. This symbol appears on many things around the city, as well as it´s official flag and coat of arms. Also on grates, drainpipes and …
An Abandoned Hotel Walking through the lower Albaicin, historic quarter in Granada you can see fabulous views across to the Alhambra. Carrera del Darro is often referred to as the prettiest street in the world. Next to the riverbank, this chamring cobbled street lies directly below the …
Mirador de San Nicolas When you visit the unmissable Mirador de San Nicolas in Granada to see the breath-taking views of the Alhambra palace. Expect to see the Snow capped Sierra Nevada and the city of Granada below. Follow on by continuing to explore further into …
Living in Granada comes with its perks, scenic views, a slower pace, and sunshine that tends to linger, but even the most charming places can start to feel a bit too familiar by Wednesday. That’s when the midweek mini-break comes into play. An unofficial adventure that …
Granada Vegetarian + Vegan Options Granada vegetarian and vegan options have improved greatly over the past few years. Although the choice isn´t huge there some tasty options if you know where to go. Of cause some of the typical tapas in Granada are local favourites such …
With the latest news out from Paris on the Fortuny store. I had to update you. A new store opened in the french capital on 27 rue Bonaparte this Autumn. Its actually the second store of its kind, they are both located in the district of …
Can you imagine the Alhambra palace without water? It´s almost impossible to imagine this space without the fountains, pools and water features. Many of the decorative elements of this magnificent monument are created or enhanced with water. The use of water in the Alhambra palace changed …